Violent crimes are among the most severe and can have damaging, long-term effects on victims and perpetrators alike. Some career criminals continue to re-offend despite having already served time behind bars. Preventing recidivism from violent crimes requires...
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What constitutes Grand Theft in Florida?
The law defines theft as any crime where one person knowingly steals or attempts to deprive another person of his or her personal property. Theft can include the intent to deprive a person permanently or temporarily. When it comes to theft crimes, Grand Theft is one...
Penalties for a first-time DUI in Florida
Getting a DUI is never a pleasant experience. It is a dangerous situation to be involved in, and while it is no laughing matter, we are here to help. Each state in the United States has its own way of dealing with DUIs and other related charges, and Florida is no...
What are the penalties for stealing packages?
Whether it is packages off someone's porch or credit card applications from their mailbox, stealing mail is a common crime in the United States. About 49 million Americans experience the theft of at least one package every year. If someone accuses you of stealing...
How do prescription forgeries occur and what security measures are in place?
There are various types of prescription forgery, a kind of fraudulent activity that occurs more often than people know. However, new security measures are in place to help make prescription forgeries more difficult to accomplish. About prescription forgery There are...
3 FAQs about vehicular manslaughter in Florida
Whenever a person operates a vehicle, whether an automobile or a boat, it comes with potential consequences. Although accidents can happen to anyone, if a death happens due to reckless driving, a person may face vehicular manslaughter charges. 1. How does the law...
Can someone sue a spouse for theft?
Human relationships are complex and result in many ups and downs. Contentious moments can lead to antagonistic actions. Many people understand that Florida is a community property state regarding marriage and divorce. This fact may raise the question of whether taking...
A look at multiple DUI offenders and the Florida DUI Court
Those who are repeat offenders for driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs face heavy fines and possibly months of jail time. To address the problem of repeat offenders, Florida has developed DUI Court—and there is one such program in Sarasota. Who qualifies...
What kind of legal issues can affect your professional license?
Most licensing boards have rules that allow for the investigation of convictions such as driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs. However, there are various issues, both criminal and non-criminal, which could affect the status of your professional license in...
What does Stand Your Ground mean?
Confronting a stranger who has invaded another's personal space may become deadly. If one person feels threatened, Florida's Stand Your Ground law may act as a defense against the action. What exactly does this law mean, and when is it appropriate to use it? Learn...